Success Stories

Jake

With his extra-large stature, Jake is sure to catch the attention of visitors to our farm. He certainly likes it that way! With his easygoing personality, this Percheron gets along with everyone. In fact, he’s so dependable that he began mounted police horse training. As part of his training at PFF, Jake took part in an equine-assisted program for veterans and first respondents. When we saw the extent to which his kindheartedness inspired trust from the program participants, it was clear Jake had found his calling. In June of 2018, Jake found the perfect partner, and we think he and his new owner make a great pair.

Lola

Lola came to our farm as a retired off-the-track Thoroughbred. After the birth of her precious foal Letti in May of 2016, she began training to work off her baby weight and found a new career as a lesson horse. This blue ribbon mare showed an especial aptitude working with young riding students at WHOA, LLC, moving around the riding ring with a steady gait that would never suggest she used to gallop for a living. In July of 2017, she was adopted by a WHOA, LLC student. Lola will continue to live at PFF as a member horse, where she will assist in riding lessons and community programs.

Lola and her new owner! – 2017

May 2016

May 2017

May 2017

Niko

When we first glimpsed Niko’s picture posted at the auction yard in winter of 2015, our hearts melted. It didn’t take long before he was adopted. A shy, endearing horse, this Percheron/Clydesdale cross had very little experience being ridden prior to arriving at PFF, and he was at first unsure of himself during training. PFF helped Niko’s adopter treat his fused patella, cracked hooves, a pinched nerve along his spine, and a skin disease festering in his luxurious leg feathers, the result of neglect and poor hygiene. In 2017 his owner’s situation changed, and he was returned to our foundation for re-adoption. We are happy to say that as of May 2017 Niko has found his forever home at a new stable in Maryland!

Niko and his new owner! - 2017

Malcolm

Spring 2015Spring 2016

Malcolm was rescued from a “kill pen” auction in May of 2015 along with PFF horses Mya and LuLu. At his young age of 3, Malcolm was especially susceptible to illness from interacting with so many horses at the auction and needed to be nursed through a case of equine strangles virus. It took months for him to put on a healthy weight before he could begin training. During this process, Malcolm bonded very closely with a PFF volunteer who adopted him in March of 2017. Take a look at these pictures to see Malcolm’s journey at PFF and get ready to marvel at what a difference the love of our caregivers can bring about in a horse.

In quarantine for strangles

Feeling better and playing outside

Ground work builds lasting bonds

Healthy weight and looking good!

Malcolm in quarantine for strangles virus – 2015Malcolm and his new owner! – 2016

Duke

Duke was rescued from at-risk auction in June of 2016. He is an off-the-track Standardbred who later spent several years as an Amish cart horse. The scrapes you see on Duke’s face were quick to heal, and his main challenge at PFF was building his confidence. Duke remained shy for a long time and was nervous learning and practicing new skills. Thankfully, he found a very special human willing to coax him out of his shell. After his adoption in March of 2017, Duke continues to live at our farm as a member horse.

Duke and his new owner! – 2017

Remy

Rembrandt, or “Remy”, is a Warmblood gelding who was privately adopted from a slaughter auction in September of 2012 and came to PFF as a member horse. On the day of his arrival, Remy had the most poorly neglected hooves the PFF team has ever seen and was nearly lame on all four legs. PFF worked with Remy’s new adoptive family to ensure that he received the right balance of nutrition, supplements, and exercise to begin training in cross country, hunter, and dressage. After just a few months, he earned 2 first place ribbons and 1 second place ribbon at his very first horse show! In summer of 2013, Remy and his owner relocated to his permanent riding stable, where this happy guy continues to be spoiled and pampered. Below you’ll see some examples of Remy hard at work with PFF’s training staff.

Ready to be a champion? Join our mini horse Earl at his favorite fundraiser of the year, a race to claim your horseshoe trophy. Each autumn, PFF hosts a neighborhood 5k, 10k, and kids’ fun run. After the race, stick around for food, games, music, and activities that will entertain your whole family. 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 9:30AM followed by the 5K and 10K at 10:00AM.

$5 off of registration fee for those who register on or before October 31st!